Mark Dixon Biography
Dixon is the chief meteorologist at WFSB News. He started working at WFSB in July 2003. Apart from his role as a meteorologist, Mark has been actively involved with the Connecticut Science Center since its early days when it was just a parking lot in Hartford. He also hosted WFSB’s “Cool Schools” program for 4 years. Before joining WFSB, he worked as a meteorologist at KARK 4 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Mark Dixon Age
Dixon is 45 years old as of 2023. He was born on August 8, 1978, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, In the U.S.A.
Mark Dixon Height
His height is 5 feet 9 inches tall approximately 1.75 m or 175 cm.
Mark Dixon Nationality
Dixon holds an American Nationality.
Mark Dixon Education
Dixon interned at KJRH-TV while still a junior in high school. Later, he enrolled at the University of Oklahoma, which is renowned for its programs in meteorology and is considered the best in the country for severe weather research and forecasting. In 2001, he graduated from the university with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology.
Mark Dixon Family
Dixon grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma but details about his parents are undisclosed. He hasn’t also revealed whether he has siblings or not.
Mark Dixon Wife/Partner
Who is Mark Dixon married to? Dixon has managed to keep his marital status away from the limelight. Therefore, it is not known whether he is married, single, or in a relationship. He hasn’t also disclosed whether he has kids or not.
Mark Dixon WFSB News
Who is Mark Dixon? Dixon is the chief meteorologist at WFSB News. He joined WFSB News in July 2003. Nominated for multiple Emmy Awards for weather anchoring; He has also won the award for “Best Weathercast” from the Connecticut Associated Press Broadcaster’s Association on numerous occasions. A member of the American Meteorological Society, Mark has been recognized by his peers with the prestigious AMS Seal of Approval.
He cultivated an interest in weather at an early age. He jokes that he declared his major as a Cub Scout when he toured a television station in his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 8. His fascination with weather continued as he grew up in the heart of Tornado Alley. He began his on-air career while attending college, as a junior, at the same station where he toured and interned in Tulsa.
After graduating, Dixon moved on to Little Rock, Arkansas for his first full-time job, where he won an Associated Press award: “Best Weather Segment” for a summer heat demonstration. He also was highly involved with the inception and development of his station’s local WeatherNet.
From growing up and working in Oklahoma and then working in Arkansas, his experience with the severity of Tornado Alley has provided him with extensive experience in all types of extreme weather. Working with recently retired Bruce DePrest, a forecaster of New England weather for over 40 years, has enabled him to hone his forecasting abilities in the realm of winter storms. In Connecticut now for nearly 2 decades, Dixon has made the Nutmeg State his home.
In addition to his duties as a meteorologist, He has actively been a part of the Connecticut Science Center, dating back to when it was only a parking lot in Hartford. Also, for 4 years, he served as the host of WFSB’s “Cool Schools” franchise. A platform that allowed him to showcase all of the fun and unique things happening at schools all across the state.
Outside of the station, Dixon enjoys spending time at the gym and at times running. In the realm of running, he has completed eight marathons: Oklahoma City, Dallas White Rock, Chicago, Austin, St. Louis, Little Rock, Hartford, and New York City. Those were all accomplished a while ago, he now focuses on 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. He has even dabbled in the realm of triathlon, completing sprint and Olympic distance events.
Mark Dixon Salary
He earns an annual average salary of $100,000 as the chief meteorologist at WFSB News.
Mark Dixon Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million to $ 5 million as of 2023. He has mainly accumulated his net worth through his successful journalism career.
